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How to travel sustainably:

• Pack light! The lighter your luggage, the less fuel your plane or train will use. Pack only the essentials & try to borrow or rent items you don’t need for your trip. Stay in sustainable accommodations.

• There are many hotels, resorts, bed & breakfasts committed to sustainability. Look for properties that use renewable energy, recycle & compos, & have water conservation programs.

• Eat local food. Eating local food helps to support the local economy and reduce food miles. When you eat at a restaurant, ask if they source their ingredients locally. If you’re cooking for yourself, buy your groceries at a farmers market or co-op.

• Reduce your waste: Bring your own reusable like water bottle, coffee mug, and utensils. Avoid single-use plastics whenever possible. & when you do generate waste, recycle or compost it. Skip the towel change & reuse them for an extra day. Turn the AC or heat off when you leave your room. It’s the little things, but the difference is significant!

• Support sustainable businesses. When you’re traveling, look for opportunities to support sustainable businesses. This includes businesses that use sustainable.

• This includes businesses that always use sustainable practices, such as renewable energy and water conservation, as well as businesses that promote both social & environmental responsibility. Also, shop at local stores. This will help to support the local economy & reduce the amount of goods that have to be shipped in from other places.

• Choose a travel agent specialized in sustainable travel.These agents can help you find accommodations, activities, and transportation that are all designed to minimize your environmental impact. We are committed to help you find the best place that will make your trip memorable and good for the environment too! Connect with Origins & Destinations travel team here .

HOW TO TRAVEL LIGHT:

• Whether you love travel or hate it, we all can agree on one thing: traveling light makes the experience infinitely better. Here are some of our expert tips on packing:

• Invest in a good luggage. Trust us, that little bag makes a HUGE difference. You can travel with carry-on only with the right piece. Here is a list of some that we recommend.

• Use a packing list. This is one of the best ways to keep track of things you need. You can download one here .

• Only packing the things you absolutely need for your trip. If you’re not sure if you need something, leave it at home.

Here is a list of things we always pack:

• Versatile clothing & packing: Create a travel capsule with interchangeable items that can be dressed up or down. Go for basic clothes and diverse accessories. Accessories don’t take much space but can change the look in an instant. Tips on how to build a capsule wardrobe here .

• When packig, roll your clothes AND use vacuum-sealed bags. This nifty tip will save you a LOT of space.

• Wear your heaviest clothes on the plane. You save space and stay warm during the flight.

• Use on-site laundry services: Even if you have to pay for it, it’s so worth the spent over dealing with extra luggage.

• Travel-size toiletries: Create a travel-only toiletry bag that has all your daily essentials. This way you never forget anything AND save time on packing! Refill as needed.

Find more tips here .

PHOTOGRAPHY TIPS:

Every trip needs some amazing pictures, especially when it’s a once -in-a-lifetime experience like safari, we all agree on that! However, the good news is that you do not need to be a professional photographer to come home with some of your most memorable moments captured.

Here are our tips and tricks that will make all the difference.

Phone Photography Tips:

No camera? No problem! Follow these tips and your camera roll will look like the one of a seasoned pro.

• Use natural light. Natural light is the best light for taking photos. It’s soft and flattering, and it will help your photos look their best.

• Dial down the exposure. Phones’ auto mode almost always makes a picture be overexposed which in turn affects the colors. Bring the exposure down and watch the image transform.

• Use the burst mode. Burst mode allows you to take multiple photos in quick succession. This is great for capturing fast-moving subjects, like animals or children.

your favorite moments as pictures.

• Use the zoom. Zoom feature gets you closer to your subject, and can make your photos more interesting.

• Play with angles. A shot from high above, or low angle will add an unexpected perspective, making a picture unique and interesting

Extra Tips To Take Your Photos To The Next Level:

• Use the rule of thirds. The rule of thirds is a composition technique that divides your frame into thirds, both horizontally and vertically. Most phone cameras have the grid option available - turn it on!

• Use leading lines. Leading lines are lines that lead the viewer’s eye into the photo. They can be natural lines, like a path or a river, or man-made lines, like a building or a bridge.

• Use negative space. Negative space is the space around your subject. It can be used to create a sense of balance and depth in your photos.

• Use the pro mode. The pro mode gives you more control over camera settings, similar to manual mode in professional cameras, which can help you take better photos.

• Use cinematic mode to record a video. That allows you to screenshot some of

• Use the panorama mode. It can help you take wide-angle photos. Watch the tutorial here .